Facebook Messenger Updates: Encryption, Edit Messages and More

Meta is introducing significant updates to Facebook Messenger, making it a more secure and feature-rich communication platform. The standout improvement is the default activation of end-to-end encryption for both chats and calls, providing users with enhanced security. Unlike before, where users had to manually enable this feature, it is now the default setting for everyone, ensuring a higher level of privacy for all Messenger users.

In addition to the security boost, Facebook Messenger is rolling out improved photo and video quality for a select group of users, with plans to extend this enhancement to a broader audience in the coming months.

Furthermore, users can now enjoy long-awaited features. The ability to edit messages within 15 minutes of sending them adds a new level of flexibility and convenience to the messaging experience. Additionally, the introduction of “Disappearing Messages” offers a privacy-centric option where messages automatically vanish after 24 hours. It’s important to note that this feature is exclusively available for conversations with end-to-end encryption activated.

Last but not least, Facebook Messenger is introducing a read receipts toggle, allowing users to have control over whether others can see when their messages have been read. This feature adds another layer of customization to the Messenger experience.

With these updates, Meta aims to not only enhance the security of Messenger but also to improve the overall user experience by introducing features that have been highly anticipated by the global community of Messenger users.